I haven’t done a closet haul yet, but I’m ready to make one!..
I haven’t done a closet haul yet, but I’m ready to make one!! What kind of stuff do you wanna see first? I have a lots of different ideas...
2020-12-23 02:14:55 +0000 UTC View Post
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CONSIGNMENT SHOPPING! (Swipe for full video) Shopping at co..
CONSIGNMENT SHOPPING! (Swipe for full video) Shopping at consignment stores is a great way to save money if you care about owning your own clothing from high end designers but don’t have the budget to be buying new Louboutins every week. But you have to be smart about it if you want to avoid getting scammed. 🛍 💕🛍✨🛍💕🛍✨🛍 SITES I TRUST I only have two go-to consignment sites (that also have apps) that I completely trust— Vestaire Collective and The RealReal. Both of these companies require proof of authenticity from the seller, then have them authenticated by their employer experts, then they provide the buyer with the paperwork proving that it has been authenticated. No, their discounts generally aren’t anything spectacular, but it’s worth shopping on them because once in a while you will find some AMAZING deals on designer items that you know are REAL. But you have to check the sites often, because the really good deals usually sell out within a few days of being posted. However, they have been involved in a recent lawsuit being accused of selling fake goods, but nothing has been proven. There are other websites I trust for the most part that I’ve only had positive experiences with like Grailed and Lyst— but I don’t know enough about their authentication process to vouch for them and say they’re 100% safe. 🛍 💕🛍✨🛍💕🛍✨🛍 SITES *NOT *TO TRUST The #1 most common website that I see people get ripped off by is POSHMARK! I’ve purchased three times from them on separate occasions and all three times I received were obviously fake. I gave them multiple chances in hopes these deals could be real. But now when I check the site on occasion, I can tell that about half of the products for sale are clearly counterfeited. Mercari also sells a lot of fake designer products, but they make it more obvious than poshmark because they’ll claim to be selling a real Louis Vuitton bag for $20. At least most sellers on Poshmark are smart enough to charge a few hundred to make it look more realistic.
2020-12-19 07:09:45 +0000 UTC View PostEven though I don’t have any photos of my club outfits from ..
Even though I don’t have any photos of my club outfits from going out in Miami this past weekend, I do have this little video my friend took of me at the strip club and it gives you a really nice look at my Modus Vivendi blue velvet short-sleeve button down shirt. You can really see the beautiful color and rich texture! I posted a photo of this shirt when I talked about my “five favorite designers you might not know of” and I mentioned that their use of beautifully textured fabrics is one of my favorite things about Modus Vivendi’s clothing! I highly recommend checking out their website if you haven’t already... and this shirt is still available for sale online! They call it the “Tiffany’s Velvet Shirt” (link attached below) https://e-modusvivendi.com/streetwear/shirt/tiffanys-velvet-shirt-12041-blue/
2020-12-18 12:22:41 +0000 UTC View PostSooo I totally forgot to take pictures when I was in Miami t..
Sooo I totally forgot to take pictures when I was in Miami this weekend... this is the only picture I took of myself over the whole trip... But at least I got one with some beautiful scenery (definitely not in my hotel bathroom)! I finally got some more stuff from PHIX (a brand I’ve written about previously). This red leopard print button down shirt was giving me Miami club vibes, so I had to get it for my trip! Definitely happy with this purchase. ~Outfit Details~ Shirt: PHIX leopard print button down Pants: Frame calfskin leather pants Belt: Hermes gold “H” buckle black leather belt
2020-12-17 11:22:35 +0000 UTC View PostValentino: “V Logo Signature Ring” #purchaseoftheday I got..
Valentino: “V Logo Signature Ring” #purchaseoftheday I got this ring in the Design District in Miami, one of my absolute favorite places to shop. I thought it would have been a lot more expensive than it is, but it sells for $330. That’s the beauty of fashion jewelry. It’s still available for purchase on their website https://www.valentino.com/en-us/collections/women/sale
2020-12-11 08:15:28 +0000 UTC View PostMy friend and I this past weekend in Miami ❤️ I’m wearing my..
My friend and I this past weekend in Miami ❤️ I’m wearing my baroque chiffon button down from Jaded London!
2020-12-09 08:48:19 +0000 UTC View PostDAVID YURMAN- Thoroughbred Cushion Link Ring (in sterling si..
DAVID YURMAN- Thoroughbred Cushion Link Ring (in sterling silver with diamonds) #purchaseoftheday I love David Yurman because the designs are so unique to their brand. You can always spot a Yurman ring even if you’ve never seen that specific piece before because they have a very specific style that no other brands really have (except for knock-offs that replicate the style in lower quality). However, what I don’t like about David Yurman is that it’s SO overpriced for sterling silver. But I still give into the temptation, not just because I like how it looks, but also because it’s coming from a designer that I really respect. The same model is available online without diamonds, but it is available with diamonds in stores. ($450 all silver, $750 silver with diamonds) https://www.davidyurman.com/products/womens/womens-rings/thoroughbred-cushion-link-ring--r16032-ss.pdp.html
2020-12-04 00:58:54 +0000 UTC View PostEMPTY REFERENCE- flannel shirt #purchaseoftheday I ordere..
EMPTY REFERENCE- flannel shirt #purchaseoftheday I ordered this Empty Reference shirt on Intl Collective, a cool shopping site that features a bunch of different small streetwear designer. Not gonna lie, the quality isn’t quite what I expected it to be for the price (especially coming from a designer that isn’t well-established), but I love the style of it and overall I’m happy with my purchase! Currently available on Intl Collective for $130 https://intlcollective.com/collections/empty-reference/products/dogpound-plaid-shirt
2020-12-01 18:38:17 +0000 UTC View PostCOMME DE GARÇON- red leather wallet #purchaseoftheday I re..
COMME DE GARÇON- red leather wallet #purchaseoftheday I replaced my old wallet and bought this one for two reasons that both stem from me being wildly irresponsible with my belongings: 1) I wanted a bright color wallet instead of black because I always throw my wallet into a pile clothes when I get home and then I can’t find it when I’m rushing out of the house because it’s camouflaged bu my all-black apparel. 2) I wanted a wallet that zips all the way around because I always lose credit cards, IDs, and keys because they somehow fall out of my wallet. It is currently available *on sale* for $137 on Cettire https://www.cettire.com/products/comme-des-garons-wallet-zip-around-wallet-92549594?variant=31587373613169&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIq9-j3vKr7QIVQrKGCh0BrQBaEAQYECABEgIi1_D_BwE
2020-12-01 04:25:28 +0000 UTC View PostOUTFIT OF THE NIGHT ✨// WHY I DON’T SHOP FROM BOOHOO MAN 👿
OUTFIT OF THE NIGHT ✨// WHY I DON’T SHOP FROM BOOHOO MAN 👿
2020-11-30 02:53:10 +0000 UTC View PostMy Five Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #5: M..
My Five Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #5: MODUS VIVENDI Out of all the five brands I’ve talked about, Modus Vivendi is the one I have the most clothing from. My favorite thing about them is the range of unique textures they use. Sooo many different materials. And they fit me great. This blank tank is suede, the button down is velvet, and the silver tank is made out of a material that looks and feels like metal (they call it their “armor” line). Modus Vivendi mostly sells underwear but they also make some dope clothing! Check then out. (Link below) https://e-modusvivendi.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwZ6Ox46h7QIVgZOzCh0qwg67EAAYASAAEgIsc_D_BwE Hope you liked these brands and looked into at least one of their websites! I’ll send more photos from this shoot that I didn’t post in our DMs 💕💕
2020-11-26 21:06:55 +0000 UTC View PostThis outfit is made up of 3 different items that I’ve talked..
This outfit is made up of 3 different items that I’ve talked about this week! The white neoprene see-through shirt from Mass Branded, the black sweatpants with grommets down the side from Hologram City, and the white platform sneakers with silver skill studs from Alexander McQueen... and this is my dog Louie ❤️ P.S. Humble brag, Mass Branded reposted this pic on their Instagram page 😊😊
2020-11-24 23:26:58 +0000 UTC View PostMy Five Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #4: ..
My Five Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #4: MASS BRANDED Mass Branded is a small clothing brand with a relatively small collection of clothing for sale. They have a very specific and unique aesthetic (it’s like a stormtrooper going to a gay nightclub). I think their clothes are really cool but I could see how someone else could they’re really ugly. In addition to the design being unique, they use neoprene for these shirts and pants which gives them a structured look while still being comfortable. It feels like wearing a mesh scuba suit. I’ll wear their clothes when I go out at night, just not together. Then it’s too stormtrooper-y. https://www.massbranded.com/
2020-11-24 04:50:46 +0000 UTC View PostMy Five Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #3: P..
My Five Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #3: PHIX PHIX is a brand I just discovered through Instagram a few weeks ago and now I’m OBSESSED with it. Here I’m wearing their sequin lightning bolt denim shirt. I only have this one shirt from them because I’ve spent a lot of money recently and can’t buy a lot more stuff right now. It isn’t at the same price point as high end designers like Givenchy or Alexander McQueen, but it is a lot more expensive than SHEIN or ASOS (all of which I’ve written about in previous posts). Most of the shirts are around $120. They use lots of fun patterns along with mixed textures and materials. The designs are eccentric without being costume-y. When I ordered this shirt I was a little worried about what it would look like in person. Buying things online is always a risk when it comes to quality, especially with leather or sequins. When I got it in the mail, I was definitely impressed. I have a LOT more things that I want from their site, so that is definitely where I’m going to next once I save up some money!!! https://www.phixclothing.com/
2020-11-22 22:30:24 +0000 UTC View PostMy Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #2: ADOLFO..
My Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #2: ADOLFO DOMINGUEZ Adolfo Dominguez is a Spanish brand that only had one store in the United States and it was located in Miami, but it is no longer in business. However, their website does ship to the US. They used to have some really interesting pieces, but recently they have been much more mainstream and what I would consider to be bland. I would not shop there these days. The two shirts I have from them are probably the two most interesting shirts that I own. They are so unique in that they have 3D effects. The white shirt has two layers attached— a cotton layer and a mesh layer. Both layers have the same overlaying pattern so when you move around, it looks like the pattern is moving, sort of like wearing 3D glasses and staring at a patterned shirt (see first video for a closer look at the two layers). The pattern on the burgundy shirt actually is raised off of the fabric so I guess you could say it actually is 3D (see second video for a closer look at the texture). Like I said, I wouldn’t shop there anymore. But if you reallllly wanna see their website, the link is attached below. https://www.adolfodominguez.com/en-us/
2020-11-19 12:17:09 +0000 UTC View PostMy Five Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #1: H..
My Five Favorite Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of... #1: HOLOGRAM CITY Hologram City is a super eccentric brand that is known for their festival-style apparel and for using a lot of mesh. Like, a LOT of mesh... which I love. They market their clothing to festival-goers, that is what they are best known for. Most of their stuff is too outrageous for most people to wear every day. I have this tracksuit from them that I wear all the time. This is just the hoodie, but I got the matching sweatpants too. Unfortunately a lot of my clothes are stored away right now because I'm in the process of moving, so I couldn't take a picture. It is not as eccentric as a lot of their other merchandise, so I actually can wear it every day. It has metal rings going down the sides all the way from the shoulders to the ankles. I think the style is a little goth (which is interesting because most of their clothing fits more of a "gogo-boy" aesthetic). I actually describe my personal fashion sense as "goth chic" and, once again, this fits the theme of plain black with little details and/or mixed materials... which describes almost my entire wardrobe. On the more eccentric side, I did buy a pair of see-through mesh pants from them that I have worn out in public a few times (but they are also packed away right now). Check out their website! Their merchandise is only available online! https://hologramcity.bigcartel.com/
2020-11-18 05:50:36 +0000 UTC View PostMY FIVE FAVORITE BRANDS YOU MIGHT NOT HAVE HEARD OF! For the..
MY FIVE FAVORITE BRANDS YOU MIGHT NOT HAVE HEARD OF! For the next five days, I'm going to post about a different one of my favorite small clothing brands that I found through Instagram that most people would not have heard of. I found all of these stores because they were recommended to me through Instagram ads (shout out to data mining!!) I loooove how Instagram knows my style so well and their ads lead me to find all of these brands I never would have come across otherwise. I buy a lot of my clothes off of Instagram ads. I have some people tell me not to do this because they think a lot of these websites are scams. Ok, some of them MIGHT be... I did have to cancel 8 different credit cards last year because of theft... but I think it's just a coincidence. Either way, honestly WORTH IT. First post will be up later tonight! xoxo
2020-11-18 05:20:03 +0000 UTC View PostSeriously having club withdrawals, I already miss it even wi..
Seriously having club withdrawals, I already miss it even with the face masks and plastic barriers between tables 😭 Outfit Details: Shoes- Kenzo Vest- Banana Bucket T-Shirt: Balmain Jeans- Balmain Hat- Versace
2020-11-17 02:21:16 +0000 UTC View PostSneaking a little fast fashion into luxury... 🤫 What do you..
Sneaking a little fast fashion into luxury... 🤫 What do you think of my outfit from last night? I wore a long sleeve mesh shirt from ASOS under a denim jacket with mesh cut outs that I got on Shein. It was an eccentric choice to do mesh on mesh, but I think I pulled it off 😉 my only regret is not wearing a gold belt... would’ve really tied everything together with the gold Versace dog tag necklace and the gold zippers on these Giuseppe Zanotti shoes! For things I know I won’t wear more than a few times (like this super distressed denim jacket with mesh cut outs) I try to save my money by shopping on fast fashion sites. The only two I really use are ASOS and Shein, because I feel like I can find cool things that I don’t see anyone wearing, and without feeling guilty about draining my bank account! As long as it’s paired with nice accessories, a cheap jacket can still look high fashion!
2020-11-16 09:22:33 +0000 UTC View PostMe and my bff @dressuperis finally did a collab video— STYLE..
Me and my bff @dressuperis finally did a collab video— STYLE SWAP! It was so fun. I put her in my clothes and styled an outfit for her, and she did the same for me! We were talking to my dad and told him about the style swap and he said “but... you’re a boy... and she’s a girl...” 😂😂 obviously DAD doesn’t understand unisex fashion (especially with street style clothing). Eris has the best style, you should check out her page too! https://onlyfans.com/dressuperis
2020-11-14 19:34:47 +0000 UTC View PostI used to wear skinny jeans every single day but right now I..
I used to wear skinny jeans every single day but right now I’m really diggin track pants. I used to think they would look sloppy on me because they’re baggy and my legs are twigs, but as long as I wear a fitted t-shirt on top then it looks chic enough to wear for a night out! The lightweight material is perfect for when you have to wear long pants to get into the club but don’t wanna get too hot. Throw on a bomber jacket and you’ve got a perfect fall outfit too! Pants: ASOS T-Shirt: Admit Jacket: Theory
2020-11-14 13:37:32 +0000 UTC View PostEven though there is a Dior boutique close to where I live, ..
Even though there is a Dior boutique close to where I live, Dior was one of the three stores I picked to go in the Miami Design District because they have a separate Dior Men store, so there are way more options for me there than a regular Dior store. I had to narrow it down so I could get to the airport on time, but I still shopped so long that I ended up missing my flight home. No regrets, though. Ironically, I picked Dior because of their men’s collection but I ended up getting this ring from the women’s store because we passed by the jewelry on the way to the Dior Cafe, since you have to go through the women’s store to get there. The cafe was cute, but I think it’s annoying when people take pictures with big letters that say “DIOR” in the cafe because they think it’ll make them look rich on Instagram. I felt like such a basic bitch taking the last picture but it was so cute, I had to. Didn’t taste great though.
2020-11-13 10:20:16 +0000 UTC View PostMY TEN FAVORITE SHIRTS! In order of how they appear in the ..
MY TEN FAVORITE SHIRTS! In order of how they appear in the video... 1. Jaded London- sheer button down 2. Dolce & Gabbana- deep V neck with buttons 3. Givenchy- button down with studded collar 4. Givenchy- button down with laser cut leather collar 5. Givenchy- button down with star-shaped studs 6. Givenchy- plaid button down with zipper detail 7. Mass Branded- see through neoprene tee 8. Gregg Homme- spandex/cotton tank with sheer chest 9. Jean-Paul Gaultier- ribbed corset tee with silk detail 10. Givenchy- polo shirt with chain detail I attached a video of the 3 Givenchy button downs so you can see the different collars. Obviously I have a thing for black shirts with little details...
2020-11-12 02:58:10 +0000 UTC View PostI’m not a logo tee person at all, I really don’t like shirts..
I’m not a logo tee person at all, I really don’t like shirts that just have the name of the designer across the front in big letters... but I looove this shirt. The letters are made out of metal, so it’s still unique even though it’s technically a logo tee. I’m a big fan of mixed materials.
2020-11-11 20:35:09 +0000 UTC View PostI don’t think I’ve ever seen a retailer advertising swimsuit..
I don’t think I’ve ever seen a retailer advertising swimsuit coverups for men (if you have seen them, let me know). It’s always hard for me to come up with ways to create swimsuit coverups. Unfortunately, I can’t just wear a speedo when I’m walking to and from the beach. Personally, I feel like wearing something sheer on bottom looks more “swimwear” so i can show that I’m wearing a swimsuit. These shorts are made by Banana Bucket and are available on Amazon (check the link below). I always wear them for swimsuit-related parties. (Swipe to see my latest party foul from the last pool party 😂) https://www.amazon.com/Banana-Bucket-Openwork-Drawstring-Underwear/dp/B071DKBHGT/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=banana+bucket+mesh+shorts&qid=1604982506&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE4UkNLTU85N1ZZVkEmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAyMTkzODcxNUJZRDdDQkJDOTdYJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyNzQyNDEyWEtNRFdMUThaTVIzJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
2020-11-10 04:59:26 +0000 UTC View Post
HALLOWEEKEND DAY 3: Costume: sexy priest Event: gay club ..
HALLOWEEKEND DAY 3: Costume: sexy priest Event: gay club This was probably my favorite of the three costumes I ended up wearing. The entire costume is sheer except for the front pouch of the bottoms. I was originally gonna wear it with leggings underneath, since I thought I’d be wearing it out to a club in the cold weather. But when I found out I was gonna be in Miami for Halloween and going to a gay bar, I said, fuck it— no pants necessary! I got the priest costume (top and bottom) on HalloweenCostumes.com, the cross on Amazon, the loafers from Aldo, and the underwear from Jockmail. Which costume was your favorite?
2020-11-08 20:52:37 +0000 UTC View PostHALLOWEEKEND DAY 2: Costume: playboy bunny Event: house par..
HALLOWEEKEND DAY 2: Costume: playboy bunny Event: house party (but still ended up at the club) Sorry for the late post, but here is my costume from day 2 of Halloweekend!! Year after year, everyone tells me I should be Hugh Hefner for Halloween. It’s gotten old at this point, so I decided to be a playboy bunny myself this time 😊🐰 I bought the collar and cuffs as a set, everything else I got separately. I’ve had this fuzzy vest for years, no idea where it came from but it’s been sitting in my closet. The Daddy necklace is from an Etsy shop, and I got the Playboy pendant and chain on Grailed. (If you haven’t heard of Grailed, it’s one of my favorite iPhone apps for shopping, so you should check it out!)
2020-11-06 04:39:32 +0000 UTC View PostI’m still new to this and figuring out what direction I wann..
I’m still new to this and figuring out what direction I wanna go in with my page. Please tell me what you want to see more of!
2020-10-28 04:02:11 +0000 UTC View PostOutfit of the night! Forgot to take a picture before I went ..
Outfit of the night! Forgot to take a picture before I went out so I took one when I got home... which happened to be at 7am. I look like a mess but I still took a video bc I love this fit for me 😊😊 These pants are actually really stretchy and soft so I can wear them out and still be comfortable all night/morning. Outfit details below ⬇️ TOP: chiffon button down shirt is from Jaded London ($75) which was part of last season’s collection and is no longer available online. BOTTOM: leather pants are from Frame ($950) can be purchased online on multiple luxury retail websites including Frame’s website (also in store Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus) https://frame-store.com/products/le-skinny-de-jeanne-leather-pant-washed-black?variant=225113735170&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvo_08qzW7AIViIbACh2kjQehEAQYAiABEgK_8_D_BwE SHOES: Christian Louboutin spiked high-tops ($1295) are still available in stores and online http://us.christianlouboutin.com/us_en/shop/men/louis-spikes-men-s-flat-4.html BELT: Salvador Ferragamo black leather belt
2020-10-28 03:47:10 +0000 UTC View Post